Kate Chopin’s “The Story of an Hour” : An Ironic Twist

A good short story, or any literary work, has many elements that can keep it from becoming outdated or unappreciated over time. “The Story of an Hour”, by Kate Chopin, describes the death of one woman with an ironic twist. Through the utilization of violence, insight into human nature, and aesthetic appreciation Kate Chopin has created a story, which continues to entertain over time. In the opening of the story, Mrs. Mallard, who has heart …

…her husband is still alive, Mrs. Mallard’s heart finally gave in. “The Story of an Hour” keeps the reader on his or her toes throughout the entire story. Because of the short length, the reader continues intensely, anticipating the next event to occur. Ironically Mrs. Mallard was the one to lose her life, which makes the story even more interesting. Each part of the story was chosen carefully to excite and stimulate the reader.